"The skirt moves so beautifully. I'm so happy!"
MATTHEW KILGORE launched MJK COSTUMES in 2019 to cater to theaters producing A CHORUS LINE. As a former dancer, he has a unique perspective of the fit and style of dancewear. WIth an intimate knowledge of A CHORUS LINE (from playing Mike, Larry, Tom and Roy while covering Mark, Larry, and Bobby), Matthew strives to honor and carry on the legacy of Theoni V. Aldredge's original design in his rental packages. From Cassie's classic red leotard and skirt to Paul's orange hoodie - no detail has been overlooked.
Matthew is a member of IATSE Local 764 and currently works as the Tailor for The Drew Barrymore Show. His wardrobe credits include: THE TODAY SHOW (NBC), CBS MORNINGS (CBS), THE GOOD DISH (CBS), SPINNING GOLD, TINA (Broadway), HAMILTON (Broadway), FROZEN (Broadway), THE ICEMAN COMETH (Broadway), and MY FAIR LADY (Broadway). He has designed costumes for THE DREW BARRYMORE SHOW, BROADWAY BACKWARDS 2016, EASTER BONNET, BROADWAY BARES, and FIRE ISLAND DANCE FESTIVAL all for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Matthew has created costumes for FORBIDDEN BROADWAY, THE TODAY SHOW, and NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINES.
Matthew holds a Bachelor of Science in the Arts: Performing Arts from SUNY Empire State. He is a two-time
Emmy Award winning Costume Designer.
JANUARY 2023: MJK COSTUMES now owns the 2022 Stages St. Louis A CHORUS LINE package. They will be available for professional theaters soon.
DECEMBER 2022: MJK COSTUMES acquired the complete costume package from the 2022 Stages St. Louis production of A CHORUS LINE! This acquisition doubles the amount of audition costumes available. The brand new Finale costumes have only been worn for one production. Available in 2023.
MARCH 2022: Catch our iconic Cassie costume on Sarah Bowden at City Springs Theatre in Georgia.
"The skirt moves so beautifully. I'm so happy!"
“I absolutely loved the fabric and cut of this leotard/skirt. Not only did the fabric not show sweat, its silky feel stayed cool during the Cassie dance. The skirt was also a perfect length and created a beautiful flutter during the pirouettes. I will miss this costume!”
"A CHORUS LINE is one of those shows where there is a deep history behind not only every little step, and every little lighting cue, but every little stitch as well. When I received this costume piece at tech rehearsal I was overwhelmed with pride. The design of Diana's costume holds so much history, and after playing this part twice without the original costume design I can truly speak to how this element can transform an actor's heart. Technically speaking, Matthew's design is stunning and made of dancer-friendly material - making this long sleeve costume piece not only comfortable, but breathable as well!"
Mark, Greg, Mike, Bobby - Madison Theatre
The Company - Madison Theatre
The Company - Madison Theatre
Maggie - Madison Theatre
Greg, Mike, Bobby - Madison Theatre
Mike - Madison Theatre
Connie - Madison Theatre
Sheila - Madison Theatre
Sheila - Madison Theatre
Maggie, Sheila, Bebe - Madison Theatre
Maggie - Madison Theatre
The Company - Madison Theatre
Connie - Madison Theatre
Diana - Madison Theatre
Cassie - Madison Theatre
The Company - Madison Theatre
The Company - Madison Theatre
Richie - Madison Theatre
Val - Madison Theatre
Cassie - Madison Theatre
The Company - Madison Theatre
The Company - Madison Theatre
The Company - Madison Theatre
Diana - Madison Theatre
The Line - Stages Saint Louis
Mike - Stages Saint Louis
The Company - Stages Saint Louis
Richie - Stages Saint Louis
Kristine.- Stages Saint Louis
Val - Stages Saint Louis
Finale - Stages Saint Louis
Finale - Stages Saint Louis
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